Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner Deny Ray J's Claims They Leaked 2007 Sex Tape

The mother-daughter duo call the accusations 'disgusting' in sworn court declarations.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 12:05pm

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Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner have denied Ray J's claim that they intentionally released the 2007 sex tape starring him and Kardashian. The mother-daughter duo sued Ray J for defamation in October 2025, and amid their ongoing litigation, the 45-year-old singer alleged that Kardashian, 45, and Jenner, 70, leaked the tape on purpose. Kardashian and Jenner responded publicly to the claim for the first time in court declarations filed in Los Angeles on March 10, calling the claims 'false' and 'disgusting'.

Why it matters

The release of the 2007 sex tape launched Kim Kardashian into the spotlight and helped kickstart the Kardashian-Jenner family's reality TV empire. Ray J's claims, if true, could have significant reputational and legal implications for the famous family.

The details

In their court declarations, both Kardashian and Jenner deny Ray J's allegations that they engaged in racketeering, committed RICO violations, or intentionally released the sex tape to create 'buzz.' Kardashian says she has 'incurred expenses to combat' Ray J's 'lies,' while Jenner calls the claims 'absolutely false' and 'deeply offensive and harmful.' The legal battle began in October 2025 when Kardashian and Jenner sued Ray J for defamation regarding his claims about them being under investigation for racketeering.

  • The tape was released in May 2007 by adult entertainment company Vivid Entertainment.
  • Kardashian and Jenner sued Ray J for defamation in October 2025.
  • Ray J filed a response and cross-complaint the following month in November 2025.

The players

Kim Kardashian

A 45-year-old reality TV star and businesswoman who was the subject of the 2007 sex tape with Ray J.

Kris Jenner

A 70-year-old media personality and the mother of Kim Kardashian.

Ray J

A 45-year-old singer-songwriter who was the co-star of the 2007 sex tape with Kim Kardashian.

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What they’re saying

“His claim that I had a plan with my mother and others to release a sex tape, defraud the public and file a 'fake' lawsuit against the porn company that released it to 'create buzz' is a lie.”

— Kim Kardashian

“As a mother, the notion that I orchestrated or produced sex tapes involving my daughter, or was in any way involved in the creation or distribution of any sex tapes, is not only entirely untrue but deeply offensive and harmful and has haunted me for decades.”

— Kris Jenner

What’s next

A hearing on Ray J's dismissal motion was held last week, with a ruling expected soon.

The takeaway

This ongoing legal battle highlights the continued fallout from the 2007 sex tape and the Kardashian-Jenner family's efforts to protect their reputations, even decades later.